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REPORT - OPPOSITION TO INITIATIVE 21-0042A1 (Taxpayer Protection and Government Accountability Act)
BACKGROUND: A statewide initiative entitled “Taxpayer Protection and Government Accountability Act” has been proposed for placement on the ballot for the November, 2022 election. The proposed measure would limit the ability of the state and of local governments to impose taxes, fees and other charges and would restrict voter input on how local tax dollars can be spent. If passed, the measure would make it harder to maintain or raise needed revenues and could result in significantly reduced resources for City needs. The League of California Cities (Cal Cities) opposes the measure and is encouraging its members of Cal Cities to oppose the measure as well. City staff concur with the Cal Cities recommendation.
RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended by the Communications & Intergovernmental Relations Office that the Council, by resolution, oppose Initiative 21-0042A1, a proposed statewide b...
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15061(b)(3) - General Rule Exemption, 15378 - Not a Project
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